[SR7]

Originally Posted by Zezé

As far as I am aware, the development of the New Thar has been in the pipeline for at least three years and I am sure that by this stage the final decision regarding the engine has already been taken.

In fact, though production of the current Thar stopped after 1 October 2019, the company has not allowed itself to be pushed into launching the new vehicle.

So I doubt very much that M&M will plonk an older engine [2.2] in the New Thar for the short term with the intention of replacing it with a all new engine [2.0] down the line. It would result in bad optics, which M&M can ill afford.

Could this be the reason why Mahindra had announced that they wouldn’t display the new Thar at the 2020 Auto-Expo? Maybe down the line (probably in 2018 or early 2019), they would’ve decided to put in an all new 2.0L engine and have been testing it extensively to ensure the product is sorted before launching it?

[balenoed_]

More than anything, I am curious to see a detailed view of the rear seats and the access to it. The transition of opposite facing rear seats to front facing is certainly going to something several prospective buyers will be looking forward to.

[Zezé]

Originally Posted by SR7

Could this be the reason why Mahindra had announced that they wouldn’t display the new Thar at the 2020 Auto-Expo? Maybe down the line (probably in 2018 or early 2019), they would’ve decided to put in an all new 2.0L engine and have been testing it extensively to ensure the product is sorted before launching it?

You are probably right about the reason why the New Thar is being subjected to such extensive testing. After all, having to recall a vehicle is not only costly but also affects the brand. However, I am of the view that the reason for not showcasing the New Thar at the forthcoming Auto Expo has more to do with marketing and brand building.

I may be wrong, but the launch of this New Thar is one of the most eagerly awaited events, particularly among aficionados of retro SUVs. For example, this thread was started sometime in March 2017 and after nearly three years has over 500 post. Additionally, there are Facebook and WhatsApp groupt. All before anyone has really seen the real thing.

Additionally, the company is allocated INR 50 crores for brand building and promotions. So why share the limelight at the Auto Expo 2020 with other launches and concept cars, when you can get better mileage by having a stand alone event?

Originally Posted by balenoed_

More than anything, I am curious to see a detailed view of the rear seats and the access to it. ......

I too am curious about access to the rear seats, since the New Thar is a three door vehicle.

[volkman10]

Thar spied again,









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[cadaver_prad]

Originally Posted by balenoed_

More than anything, I am curious to see a detailed view of the rear seats and the access to it. The transition of opposite facing rear seats to front facing is certainly going to something several prospective buyers will be looking forward to.

The new thar comes in three variants. The top version has front facing seats with slide and slightly tumble front passenger seat for easy access. Base variant will have regular side facing seats.

Originally Posted by SR7

I spotted a Thar test mule this morning at the Ashok Nagar 11th Avenue - KFC intersection, I managed to get a couple of pictures. The vehicle had good road presence and offered a high seating position from what I could determine sitting in an Elantra. I’m unable to spot the left front turn indicator - looks like it is either missing or covered. Is that a DRL in the front right fender above the indicator or reflection of white coloured paint in the sunlight in the highlighted area circled in red? Could be a DRL as this looks like a top-end hardtop variant with alloy wheels and side-steps.

The top variant comes with indicators and a drl mounted in the fender. Base just has a parking light.


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[SR7]

Originally Posted by cadaver_prad

The top variant comes with indicators and a drl mounted in the fender. Base just has a parking light.

Yes, but the left front turn indicator looks like it is missing - the left side camo cutout also appears almost in line with the right side, so it should be visible

[CrAzY dRiVeR]

Mahindra's newly developed mStallion four-cylinder TGDI turbo petrol engine will debut in the new Thar by April 2021.

Source - https://www.autocarindia.com/car-new...evealed-415926

Dubbed the mStallion, the range unveiled features 1.2-litre, 1.5-litre and 2.0-litre engines. The 2.0-litre engine develops 190hp and 380Nm of torque, making it the most powerful Mahindra engine till date. This state-of-the-art 1,997cc engine will be installed under the hood of Mahindra’s future range of larger SUVs – like the next-gen Thar (W501) XUV500 (W601) and Scorpio (Z101) – as well as Ford’s C-SUV, which shares the same platform and mechanicals as the W601. The mStallion will be mated to an all-new 6-speed manual transmission and a 6-speed automatic from Aisin. The 1.2 TGDI develops 130hp and 230Nm of torque, while the 1.5 develops 163hp and 280Nm of torque.

Not sure if it will be the 1.5 that develops 163hp and 280Nm, or the 2.0-litre engine that develops 190hp and 380Nm. Most likely the 1.5L.

[sechebe]

Originally Posted by CrAzY dRiVeR

Mahindra's newly developed mStallion four-cylinder TGDI turbo petrol engine will debut in the new Thar by April 2021.

Source - https://www.autocarindia.com/car-new...evealed-415926



Not sure if it will be the 1.5 that develops 163hp and 280Nm, or the 2.0-litre engine that develops 190hp and 380Nm. Most likely the 1.5L.

Well, the Autocar India page says:

The 2.0-litre engine develops 190hp and 380Nm of torque, making it the most powerful Mahindra engine till date. This state-of-the-art 1,997cc engine will be installed under the hood of Mahindra’s future range of larger SUVs – like the next-gen Thar (W501). So it must be the 2.0L TGDi for Thar.

[vredesbyrd]

Might be asking for too much, but hey! It's a wish list
-ABS, EBD and TC
-Nice touchscreen infotainment
-Parking aids
-120-150hp
-AT. Just slap in the same Aisin 6-speed from the XUV or go for a ZF6/8
-LED Headlights

[Cresterk]

Originally Posted by vredesbyrd

Might be asking for too much, but hey! It's a wish list
-ABS, EBD and TC
-Nice touchscreen infotainment
-Parking aids
-120-150hp
-AT. Just slap in the same Aisin 6-speed from the XUV or go for a ZF6/8
-LED Headlights

While ABS and EBD generally go hand in hand, asking for traction control on an SUV with less than 200hp won't really serve much purpose other than bragging rights. Besides, you will just have to turn it off any time you go offroading unless you want the power being cut off at the slightest amount of wheel spin.

[pgsagar]

Please Mahindra, launch an AT variant at start itself. Not a year or two later when the novelty wears off. Even if the AT variant sounds pricey, remember the next stop is Jeep Wrangler at 64 L awaaaay(sic).

[4x4addict]

Originally Posted by pgsagar

Please Mahindra, launch an AT variant at start itself.

Seriously mate. I too am hoping for this. Or atleast within the first year of launch. I don't mind waiting a couple of months for the niggles in the all new version to be ironed out. I just hope launch of the AT version doesn't go beyond a year of the manual.

[diwakarmuthu]

Originally Posted by 4x4addict

I just hope launch of the AT version doesn't go beyond a year of the manual.

I hope common sense prevails and M&M looks at the current market needs. With ATs slowly gaining widespread popularity.

It would be disappointing if they decide on an AMT though.

[pgsagar]

Originally Posted by diwakarmuthu

It would be disappointing if they decide on an AMT though.

Shhhh!!! They will hear us. Don't give them such ideas, please.

[volkman10]

2020 Mahindra Thar soft top spied up close .









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